Wind in the Atmosphere

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What is wind?

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Wind is the result of air moving from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.

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What are global winds?

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Global winds are wind systems produced by convection cells, pressure belts, and the Coriolis effect.

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What is a mountain breeze?

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A mountain breeze occurs at night when cold air moves down from the mountains into the valley.

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What are jet streams?

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Jet streams are bands of high-speed winds that form in the upper troposphere and stretch across large areas of the globe.

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What are polar easterlies?

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Polar easterlies are winds that blow between 60° and the poles, originating in the northeast and southeast but curving to the west.

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What causes wind?

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Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, leading to differences in air pressure.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as wind, caused by the rotation of the Earth.

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What are trade winds?

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Trade winds are steady winds that blow from east to west between the equator and 30° latitude.

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What are doldrums?

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Doldrums are areas near the equator where there is little to no wind, often characterized by calm and light winds.

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What is a sea breeze?

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A sea breeze is a wind that blows from the sea to the land, typically occurring during the day due to differential heating.

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